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Students test agronomy skills

Students test agronomy skills

Participants in the AgXtra Crop Competition gain a valuable insight into what it takes to grow a top crop.

Crossbreds to debut in 2022 Adelaide Show led steer competition

Crossbreds to debut in 2022 Adelaide Show led steer competition

The RA&HS of SA beef cattle committee will introduce a class or two for crossbred steers at the 2022 Royal Adelaide Show for the first time.

Will ag reach its $100b target? | POLL

Will ag reach its $100b target? | POLL

The value of Australia's annual agricultural production is tipped to exceed $70b for the first time - but will the rapid growth last?

Ouyen lamb rates vary

Ouyen lamb rates vary

Fresh new season lambs sold firm, while dry secondary NSLs sold to weaker competition at the Ouyen sheep market on Thursday.

Crossbreds to debut in 2022 Adelaide Show led steer competition

Crossbreds to debut in 2022 Adelaide Show led steer competition

The RA&HS of SA beef cattle committee will introduce a class or two for crossbred steers at the 2022 Royal Adelaide Show for the first time.

Rural media stalwarts given RMC Icon honour

Rural media stalwarts given RMC Icon honour

Two trailblazers in the SA rural media scene, Liz Harfull and John Illsley, have been recognised for their tireless efforts across their careers.

Nyowee achieve full clearance to $10,000

Nyowee achieve full clearance to $10,000

Bids flew thick and fast from the first to the last lot at Nyowee's 22nd on-property sale on Wednesday, with the Halbury stud enjoying a full clearance of an increased offering.

Trial to test milk traceability system

Trial to test milk traceability system

A PROOF of concept trial driven by SADA is aiming to improve the traceability of milk products right through the supply chain and strengthen industry integrity and transparency.

Auto-drafter improves genetic selection for better flock performance

Auto-drafter improves genetic selection for better flock performance

USING an auto-drafter and online performance recording system will help stud stock and commercial sheep breeder Andrew Hall select the best performing sheep easily

Rural media stalwarts given RMC Icon honour

Rural media stalwarts given RMC Icon honour

Two trailblazers in the SA rural media scene, Liz Harfull and John Illsley, have been recognised for their tireless efforts across their careers.

Nyowee achieve full clearance to $10,000

Nyowee achieve full clearance to $10,000

Bids flew thick and fast from the first to the last lot at Nyowee's 22nd on-property sale on Wednesday, with the Halbury stud enjoying a full clearance of an increased offering.

Ouyen lamb rates vary

Ouyen lamb rates vary

Fresh new season lambs sold firm, while dry secondary NSLs sold to weaker competition at the Ouyen sheep market on Thursday.

Trial to test milk traceability system

Trial to test milk traceability system

A PROOF of concept trial driven by SADA is aiming to improve the traceability of milk products right through the supply chain and strengthen industry integrity and transparency.

Will ag reach its $100b target? | POLL

Will ag reach its $100b target? | POLL

The value of Australia's annual agricultural production is tipped to exceed $70b for the first time - but will the rapid growth last?

Auto-drafter improves genetic selection for better flock performance

Auto-drafter improves genetic selection for better flock performance

USING an auto-drafter and online performance recording system will help stud stock and commercial sheep breeder Andrew Hall select the best performing sheep easily

Lamb price peak to peter out

Lamb price peak to peter out

PICKING the best time to offer new season lambs through the saleyard to snag a record price is becoming even more difficult, with prices back by $15-$20 a head at the South Australian Livestock Exchange at Dublin this week.

Strong support lifts She Oak Lodge av across both breeds

Strong support lifts She Oak Lodge av across both breeds

THERE was solid bidding on a consistent line-up of large-bodied Suffolk and White Suffolk rams at the She-Oak Lodge 22nd annual on-property sale at Mount Hope on Friday last week.

Lamb price peak to peter out

Strong support lifts She Oak Lodge av across both breeds

Flashback Friday - Jan/Feb 1964

Milo makes a move in on-hook judging

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Students test agronomy skills

Students test agronomy skills

Participants in the AgXtra Crop Competition gain a valuable insight into what it takes to grow a top crop.

USDA increases wheat stock estimates

USDA increases wheat stock estimates

The USDA's latest report flags increased supplies, increased consumption and higher ending stocks for wheat.

AGT unveils a high Calibre new wheat

AGT unveils a high Calibre new wheat

AGT has released its designated replacement wheat for the popular Scepter variety.

Area plateau no barrier to grain production gain

Area plateau no barrier to grain production gain

Australia's cropped area may level out around current levels but there is scope for more grain production due to yield gains.

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Auto-drafter improves genetic selection for better flock performance

Auto-drafter improves genetic selection for better flock performance

USING an auto-drafter and online performance recording system will help stud stock and commercial sheep breeder Andrew Hall select the best performing sheep easily

High prices online despite lift in offering

High prices online despite lift in offering

AuctionsPlus sheep and lamb offering increased by 15 per cent this week, but prices remain stable.

Flystrike in sheep requires holistic management

Flystrike in sheep requires holistic management

Chemical rotation and genetic selection are all tools in the box to keep fly strike in sheep under control.

Wool market rallies on second day of selling

Wool market rallies on second day of selling

Wool market rallies hard on second day of selling to end with some positive tones.

Wagga smashes new-season lamb record again

Wagga smashes new-season lamb record again

Keeping it in the family. Rodhams smash national records.

Omad's "great" line-up reaches $2600 top

Omad's "great" line-up reaches $2600 top

Omad's solid sale of "outstanding" rams.

New guardians of sensitive farm data

New guardians of sensitive farm data

Farmers are sharing terabytes of highly confidential information about what they do.

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Key live export conference put off for a year

Key live export conference put off for a year

COVID takes its toll on yet another beef industry event

Farmers do not own the word meat, inquiry told

Farmers do not own the word meat, inquiry told

Vegans and animal welfare groups have challenged farmers' ownership of the word "meat".

Crossbreds to debut in 2022 Adelaide Show led steer competition

Crossbreds to debut in 2022 Adelaide Show led steer competition

The RA&HS of SA beef cattle committee will introduce a class or two for crossbred steers at the 2022 Royal Adelaide Show for the first time.

Voluntary code on vegan food labels shot down

Voluntary code on vegan food labels shot down

Producers outline the 'duplicitous' nature of vegan food piggybacking at senate inquiry

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While the COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions may be necessary to keep us safe during this pandemic, there is no doubt they have been tough on many Australians.

Making decisions with data to boost farm productivity

Making decisions with data to boost farm productivity

New infrastructure has enabled the Kaylock family to make the most of the latest technology and animal husbandry practices as part of their proactive approach to sheep management.

New drone innovation takes smart farming to higher level

New drone innovation takes smart farming to higher level

DJI, the global leader in drones, and importer CR Kennedy, have set a new benchmark for smart farming in Australia with the introduction of the new Agras T10 and T30 models.

EASY N brings cropping rewards

EASY N brings cropping rewards

This Western District grower doesn't bother with urea anymore in his cereals and canola, preferring to use liquid nitrogen for all his crops' requirements.

Zoetis Australia vaccine that's gold standard

Zoetis Australia vaccine that's gold standard

Branded Content: Zoetis Australia is proud to announce the new innovative sheep vaccine, GlanEry 7 in 1 B12, is now available in a store near you.

Angus and Charolais to suit all conditions

Angus and Charolais to suit all conditions

Jim and Jackie Wedge have selected an impeccable 160-lot draft for the Ascot Spring Bull Sale taking place on Friday, September 17 from 1pm on their property, North Toolburra, in Warwick.

Increased interest in SuperBorders group

Increased interest in SuperBorders group

Integrity system working well for established breed society.

Sheep doing well over the border

Sheep doing well over the border

Border Leicesters a top performer for the Langley family.

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Telstra boosts coverage for rural Australia

Telstra boosts coverage for rural Australia

Telstra's specialised technicians will provide customers in regional locations with localised support as part of the company's regional advisor network initiative.

Stock control made easy with Farmdeck management system

Stock control made easy with Farmdeck management system

Livestock producers can leverage the 'Internet of Things' (IoT) for stock management.

See the device that softens hard water and improves overall yields

See the device that softens hard water and improves overall yields

Farmers, producers, growers, miners and domestic users have found there's more to the magic elixir of water than first thought, courtesy of Hydrosmart.

The bet that drove countless postholes

The bet that drove countless postholes

A bet between two farmers has paid dividends for Munro Engineers and farmers.

Model aims to combat flush and bust

Model aims to combat flush and bust

If you talk to most farmers, they will tell you there is one word that strikes fear into them more than any other - and that is drought.

This oil is gold for Aussie producers

This oil is gold for Aussie producers

GREAT people manufacturing locally in Australia and developing proven products - that's how some of the biggest names in agriculture regard FUCHS Lubricants.

When it comes to productivity, stockyard design matters

When it comes to productivity, stockyard design matters

Ian Crafter, founder of Atlex Stockyards and its senior designer, may well have the key to a better bottom line for livestock producers.

Simple designs, packed with features

Simple designs, packed with features

Simplicity Australia is home to the most comprehensive and innovative range of air seeders and cultivators in Australia.

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2021 AgQuip field days cancelled

2021 AgQuip field days cancelled

The field days have been shelved for this year but a new event is on the horizon.

Watchdog to probe Vic border exemptions

Watchdog to probe Vic border exemptions

Victoria's ombudsman is investigating the health department's handling of border exemptions after more than 80 stranded Victorians have complained to the watchdog.

No pudding this Christmas

No pudding this Christmas

For the first time in 65 years the Royal Flying Doctors Service Broken Hill Women's Auxiliary has made the difficult decision not to make the Christmas puddings.

Pfizer on for young and old

Pfizer on for young and old

All South Australians aged 12 and over can book an appointment to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination from today.

Overdose fuels fear of ivermectin misuse

Overdose fuels fear of ivermectin misuse

What do the studies on ivermectin and COVID say?

Backflip on 'no jab, no entry' for those in SA-Vic border zone

Backflip on 'no jab, no entry' for those in SA-Vic border zone

Cross border community members are breathing a sigh of relief after SAPOL clarified that mandatory vaccination would only apply to essential workers entering SA from Sept 24, not those living in the border bubble.

Toowoomba Wellcamp quarantine facility to be built

Toowoomba Wellcamp quarantine facility to be built

A 1000 bed quarantine facility at Toowoomba's Wellcamp Airport will be opened by the end of this year.

Queensland records two new local COVID-19 cases

Queensland records two new local COVID-19 cases

Queensland has recorded two new local COVID-19 cases which are currently under investigation.

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Kirkardy avocado orchard makes $4.17 million | Video

Kirkardy avocado orchard makes $4.17 million | Video

Bellthorpe district avocado orchard Kirkaldy has sold at a Ray White Rural auction for $4.17 million.

Neighbours buy Aratula irrigation properties | Video

Neighbours buy Aratula irrigation properties | Video

Baloo and Gwingana - two top irrigation properties in the Aratula district - have sold to neighbouring landholders.

Flashback Friday - Jan/Feb 1964

Flashback Friday - Jan/Feb 1964

In the first two months of 1964, the Angulong Angus stud at Delamere held a reduction sale, while skeleton weed was discovered on a Port Vincent property.

Robotics revolution rolling out across Australia

Robotics revolution rolling out across Australia

Find out how robots like the Digital Farmhand are chipping weeds and solving labour challenges for growers.

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USDA increases wheat stock estimates

USDA increases wheat stock estimates

The USDA's latest report flags increased supplies, increased consumption and higher ending stocks for wheat.

Dairy Plan strategy urges shoppers to support, trust Aussie industry

Dairy Plan strategy urges shoppers to support, trust Aussie industry

A key commitment in the Australian Dairy Plan is to boost the industry's collective marketing effort to champion dairying and dairy products.

Fears remain over JBS Rivalea play

Fears remain over JBS Rivalea play

ACCC raises competition concerns over the proposed JBS-Rivalea merger.

Juicy investment proposition

Juicy investment proposition

Moree's big citrus grower, Grove, is moving more land from cotton to citrus and looking for a new shareholder to inject $40 million of capital for expansion.

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Trial to test milk traceability system

Trial to test milk traceability system

A PROOF of concept trial driven by SADA is aiming to improve the traceability of milk products right through the supply chain and strengthen industry integrity and transparency.

Certainty and systems underpin business growth for Victorian dairy farm

Certainty and systems underpin business growth for Victorian dairy farm

When it comes to business, Jade Clymo refuses to accept the status quo. Growth has driven the success of his family farm and underpinned his passion for the dairy industry.

Is this the next frontier? Potty training for cows

Is this the next frontier? Potty training for cows

If you think cows can't be toilet trained, urine for a surprise.

Robotic milking myths busted

Robotic milking myths busted

There is an expectation that robotic dairy installations will increase in the next couple of years.

Australian dairy farms return to profitability: Rabobank

Australian dairy farms return to profitability: Rabobank

Most Australian dairy farms have returned to profitability on the back of near-record prices and a good season, according to Rabobank.

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2021 AgQuip field days cancelled

2021 AgQuip field days cancelled

The field days have been shelved for this year but a new event is on the horizon.

Accelerating the growth of Australia's agtech industry

Accelerating the growth of Australia's agtech industry

Start-ups getting support thanks to a variety of accelerator programs.

Robotics revolution rolling out across Australia

Robotics revolution rolling out across Australia

Find out how robots like the Digital Farmhand are chipping weeds and solving labour challenges for growers.

New disc ripper ploughing ahead

New disc ripper ploughing ahead

Farmers preparing their soil for planting will be left with smoother and more uniform fields thanks to a new disc ripper on the market.

Jelbarts shift to self-propelled sprayer

Jelbarts shift to self-propelled sprayer

The Jelbarts moved to a RoGator 1300C in February and said it was a big decision as it was different to anything they had used previously.

August tractor sales increase 40 per cent

August tractor sales increase 40 per cent

Tractor sales across Australia are on an upward trajectory and are running at a rate in excess of 16,000 units this financial year.

Claas strengthens its big baler offering

Claas strengthens its big baler offering

A comprehensive technical upgrade has boosted the balers' output and durability.

Brown and Hurley expands its Queensland footprint

Brown and Hurley expands its Queensland footprint

It is part of the company's shift to re-establish its presence in the agriculture and farming sector.

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Kirkardy avocado orchard makes $4.17 million | Video

Kirkardy avocado orchard makes $4.17 million | Video

Bellthorpe district avocado orchard Kirkaldy has sold at a Ray White Rural auction for $4.17 million.

Neighbours buy Aratula irrigation properties | Video

Neighbours buy Aratula irrigation properties | Video

Baloo and Gwingana - two top irrigation properties in the Aratula district - have sold to neighbouring landholders.

City buyers have ditched plans to stay close to the office

City buyers have ditched plans to stay close to the office

City residents fleeing pandemic lockdowns for a better life in the country are moving further afield.

New Norcia Farm for sale after 175 years

New Norcia Farm for sale after 175 years

For the first time, the 'blue riband' farmland has become available for sale, representing a once-in-175 years opportunity.

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Life lessons learned in 'world's largest classroom'

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For bush families, remote learning been a normal part of life for seven decades, with the School of the Air turning 70 this year.

AgriFutures looks to the skies and beyond for innovation ideas

AgriFutures looks to the skies and beyond for innovation ideas

AgriFutures Australia is working with farmers to trial technology solutions to common issues.

Native birds can be encouraged with construction of simple nesting areas

Native birds can be encouraged with construction of simple nesting areas

Comment: Get a dry nesting site set up for native bird species this spring.